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Forest Lake Motel

2.5 star property

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Room, Multiple Beds
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Room, Multiple Beds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Explore the area

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1215 NW 4th st, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744
  • Place, Blandin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Blandin Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Gilbert Mansion
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, Multiple Beds

Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Grand Rapids

At Forest Lake Motel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Mississippi River and Blandin Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Grand Rapids motel include Blandin Beach Park and Central Square Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Blandin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blandin Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Central School - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Gilbert Mansion - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Itasca County Historical Society Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Florio's Grill and Tavern - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Forest Lake Motel

As a guest of Forest Lake Motel, you'll find laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Grand Rapids motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Forest Lake Motel offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Grand Rapids motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Forest Lake Motel Grand Rapids
Forest Lake Grand Rapids
Forest Lake Motel Motel
Forest Lake Motel Grand Rapids
Forest Lake Motel Motel Grand Rapids

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Forest Lake Motel?

Forest Lake Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest Lake Motel?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Lake Motel on 11 May 2026 start from AU$161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Forest Lake Motel?

Yep, Forest Lake Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Forest Lake Motel?

Yep, Forest Lake Motel is a short 5-minute walk from Blandin Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forest Lake Motel?

No, Forest Lake Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Forest Lake Motel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Forest Lake Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 302 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean and well sized
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

DaLaine

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the perfect place for a one night stay for my husband, mom, and small dog. The owners were very friendly upon checking us in, and the room was very clean & reasonably priced. Our room had a full sized fridge and a small microwave. The motel is a bit "vintage (blue toilet & tub), but aside from a bit of a moth ball type smell, it was exactly what we needed for easy loading/unloading of luggage, people and pottying the pooch👍👍 Our room had a lake view as well. I would definately stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Amenities
Clean, friendly helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dated, but very clean. They make beds every day and empty trash and give new towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would have given 5 stars except for ancient microwave. Wouldn't work when you tried using it, but would come on repeatedly in the middle of the night with nothing in it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Blackduck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and awesome staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I really was impressed with how quiet my room was even with people on both sides of me. I really liked being across from the lake too. The linens were clean and the room had what was promised. The price was right. Some of the things I wasn’t super excited about was the smell in my room. It smelled chemically and odd. The crack in the tiles and the rust on the heaters were from wear and tear. If those things were fixed, you could advertise the rooms as having a “vintage” feel since they haven’t been updated since the seventies. I appreciated that it is family owned and that my money didn’t go to a big chain. I also appreciated that it was close to a really nice grocery store and where I needed to be the next day. Overall it was a good experience, but the smell really was off putting. The best part was the air unit in the wall; it was new and didn’t have a mildew or smoky smell! That is worth the money right there!! Thank you for that!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Only complaint was the shower head. It had lots of pressure, could wash my truck with it. Otherwise we had a lake view room and it was reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUCILLE, Grand Portage

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check-in, interesting set up. Came in at night so couldn't see anything. Nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Blackduck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff were very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location loved the view of the lake from our room.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tomaso

Disliked: Staff & service
I arrived at 10:40 PM at the property After a Long trip. Nobody was present for the check-in. I called the phone number as indicated on the office Door, Nobody took my call. Since it was not possibile to check-in, I had no other choice then to search for another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry, SALUDA

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor parking options if you’re pulling a trailer. Dirty exterior and grounds. No gutters on building. Many transient workers staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lyle

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Quiet, clean and good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel, but clean and everything worked, staff was all very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy. Rooms were clean and quiet, great restaurant next door. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great room in Grand Rapids - Would recommend

Clean, basic, comfortable accommodations. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Classic Motel in Grand Rapids

The Forest Lake Motel is a classic motel property in a great location (and adjacent to a very good restaurant). The room was clean and comfortable. The service was friendly, welcoming and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025